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TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Your cruise holiday checklist

So you’ve booked your Turkey cruise and you’re thinking, ‘what else do I need to do to get myself travel ready?’ Well, we’ve put together a list of travel essentials* to help get you started – from flights to ferries; eSims to storage.

Turkey’s currency is the Turkish lira (₺) – so make sure to sort out your travel money card before you leave.

Keep these tips in mind when travelling:

  • Always have a back-up card handy in case your main card gets lost.
  • Don’t. Forget. Cash. While a lot of businesses in tourist areas accept credit or debit cards, there are still plenty who don’t – especially in more remote areas.
  • Keep your travel money in a safe place that isn’t easily accessed by pick pockets.

Do you need a passport to enter Turkey? Yes.
Do you need a visa? Maybe.
Should you check passport and visa restrictions before booking your cruise holiday? Absolutely.

To make sure you meet any entry requirements, find more information from the Republic of Turkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Looking for somewhere to stay on either side of your sail?
Find pre or post accommodation for any budget.

Booking.com

Whether it’s a hotel, a treehouse or something else unique – explore a wide range of accommodation offerings with Booking.com.

Hostelworld

Hostels for everyone, everywhere. Hostelworld lets you compare and book hostels in 178 countries.

Whether you need transfers to the boat, flights to Turkey or a ferry to hop back to your favourite island – book your transport early for stress-free travel days.

Skyscanner

Search Skyscanner to compare flight fares across all of the top airlines, then book directly with the airline on their site.

Ferryhopper

Ferryhopper allows you to compare and book ferry operators across 500 destinations, with digital tickets and ferry tracking available for most ferry companies.

Welcome Pickups

Book a ride to and from the airport, port or any other destination with private transfers from Welcome Pickups.

KiwiTaxi

KiwiTaxi offers private transfer services in over 100+ countries.

Sometimes things go wrong when you travel.
If you’re considering travel insurance, look for a policy that is right for you.

WorldNomads

World Nomads travel insurance policies offer coverage for more than 150 activities. Get a quote, make a claim, or buy or extend your policy while on the road.

Travel tip: don’t get stuck at the airport without internet.
Sort out your eSim before you land.

Airalo

Get connected with Airalo, the world’s first eSIM store, with flexible and affordable coverage around the world.

Ubigi

Enjoy seamless mobile internet with Ubigi’s budget-friendly eSIM plans for travel abroad. Click on the banner to find out more.

Ubigi Link

Travel lighter and store your baggage somewhere safe.

Radical Storage

Free yourself from luggage anywhere and anytime with Radical Storage and their extensive storage network. Click on the banner to find out more. 

FAQs

We’re small ship cruise specialists. While we’d love to help with all your extra booking needs, we think it’s best to leave it to the experts. You can book directly with any specialists listed in our travel essentials, or chat with your local travel agent if you need more help.

Unfortunately, we can’t access or make bookings for specialist (third-party) providers. Chat with any listed providers directly for help or recommendations.

Nope. It’s your holiday and your choice. While some arrangements might be required (a passport) or strongly recommended (an eSim), ultimately, you need to organise or book whatever is right for you.

*We’ve put together this list of travel arrangements as a guide to get you started, and we may receive a fee for any links clicked or bookings made through the use of a link. 

Go Sail Adventures does not represent any of the brands listed and is not responsible for the purchase or provision of any services offered. Before making a purchase, we recommend doing your own research to ensure a brand or product is right for you.